HPE ProLiant DL380p Gen8 2U Rack Server — Dual Xeon E5-2640, 16GB RAM, SAS Controller

The HPE ProLiant DL380p Gen8 2U rack server is designed to set the standard for performance, reliability, and scalability in modern data centers. Built for demanding enterprise workloads, this 2-socket system delivers strong processing power with the Intel Xeon E5-2640 processors, solid memory capacity, and a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) storage controller that accelerates I/O throughput. It embodies HP’s commitment to quality and serviceability, offering enhanced configuration flexibility and a design that supports evolving workloads with ease. Whether you’re running virtualization, databases, or mission-critical business applications, the DL380p Gen8 is engineered to handle growth while keeping your data center footprint compact and dependable.

• Two-socket architecture with 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2640 2.50 GHz processors delivers solid multi-core performance for virtualization, databases, and enterprise applications.
• 16 GB of RAM provides capable memory for everyday workloads with room to scale as demands increase, improving application responsiveness and throughput.
• Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller ensures efficient and reliable storage I/O, helping to reduce bottlenecks in data-intensive environments.
• 2U rack-form factor balances density with ease of access for maintenance, upgrades, and serviceability in standard data-center racks.
• Designed for flexible configuration and enterprise-grade management, enabling IT teams to tailor resources to changing workloads without compromising uptime.

Technical Details of HPE ProLiant DL380p Gen8 2U Rack Server

• Processor: 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2640 @ 2.50 GHz (2-socket configuration)
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Storage Controller: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller
• Form Factor: 2U rack server
• Model Line: ProLiant DL380p Gen8

How to Install HPE ProLiant DL380p Gen8 2U Rack Server

Follow these general steps to install and configure your DL380p Gen8 in a data-center rack environment, ensuring a smooth setup and optimal performance:

• Prepare the rack: Verify space, rails, and mounting hardware suitable for a 2U server, and confirm power requirements align with your data-center infrastructure.
• Mount and secure: Slide the server into a standard 19-inch rack, align with rails, and secure it using the appropriate screws to ensure stability during operation and maintenance.
• Connect management and power: Attach power cables and network connections, and establish remote management access through HP’s iLO or equivalent management interface for out-of-band administration.
• Initial configuration: Power on the server, enter the BIOS/UEFI setup, and configure basic system settings. Set up the SAS controller and any storage arrays according to your storage strategy, and verify CPU and memory are properly detected.
• Software deployment and validation: Install the operating system or virtualization platform of choice, load necessary drivers and firmware updates, and run health checks to confirm hardware functionality before deploying production workloads.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the processor configuration? A: It is a two-socket system featuring 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2640 processors at 2.50 GHz, designed to handle multi-threaded workloads and virtualized environments.
• Q: How much memory does it include? A: The system ships with 16 GB of RAM, with available expansion to accommodate larger memory footprints as your workloads grow.
• Q: What storage controller is used? A: The server includes a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Controller to manage high-speed storage connections and improve data transfer efficiency.
• Q: What is the form factor? A: The DL380p Gen8 is a 2U rack server, designed for dense deployments in standard data-center racks.
• Q: Is this server suitable for enterprise workloads? A: Yes. Its dual-processor capability, memory capacity, and SAS storage options are aligned with enterprise workloads such as virtualization, databases, and line-of-business applications, with a focus on reliability and flexible configuration.